She sits there in the corner of my mind,
touching my soul;
guiding with gentle hands through
the turmoil of life
Never a harsh word, just that warm
glow of undisputed love emanates
from the spirit of a once lilting brogue;
Smiles that reach clear across the universe
and beyond..staying the hand of anger
and dismay
As I sit here telling of an "Angel" she smiles
and I can hear her telling me "that the "Devil"
is never far away and if he comes calling to
sing at the top of my voice"... I would not
wish that on anyone, so I use the threat
to write words to chase "him" away...
And all the while, she steers the fingers
and encourages the ultimate goal...
freedom of speech...a gift freely given.
Author notes
My Gran'mere whispers in the ear and speaks of possibilities
and dreams. She was an Angel in life and also in death. To say she is sadly missed would be a lie...she never leaves me.
Written March 31st, 2006
In a list
A contest entry
- The Angel In Your Life by darlee77.
300 points, ended April 6, 2006, 10 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
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very good
This is so touching and loving. It is simply, but, beautifully
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Thank you 
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You are most welcome call by any time .....many thanks for you kind comments, as always they are appreciated
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Glad you enjoyed this...Many thanks for your comments, they are appreciated
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Thank you
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Delighted that you enjoyed this, many thanks for your kindness
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What a great poem! I really like it! What a wonderful thing to write for your grandmother that meant so much to you! I'm sure she's seeing this right now and smiling from ear to ear. This is a great way to express your feelings for someone. You speak of her but also of the things that she taught you that have had the most effect on your life. That is the greatest gift of 'free speech' you could give her. Thanks for featuring your lovely poem so that we could all enjoy it!
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I'm going to bed happy
The roses and all remind me of my granny who was so loving and dear to me. This poem gathers me in it's arms and holds me throughout. Thank you for such a sweet time on your poem page!
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Very easy to read and connect to. Everyone has this sort of feeling sometime in their life. I am glad you can get your feelings out on paper in such a beautiful way and make us enjoy them while we read them. Well good luck, and I hope you win that contest, it certainly seems you deserve it!
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Good Job
Very touching write...keep up the good work -
Love the way you wrote this - hope as a grandmother someone will think this of
me one day when I am gone. Sentiments well expressed in these lines. Easy to read and understand. -
Thank you Delighted that you enjoyed it
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very touching
Wow This is so touching and heartfelt. I love how you worded this. Keep up the good work. Have a great day.
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We must stop meeting like this
...lol, many thanks my friend, glad you enjoyed it
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This is so nice and touching dear cutiepie.
I cautch you again.
Wish you luck in the contest.
Shahrzad
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